IDA 2 Handheld

Light, portable signal analyzer for detecting, analyzing and localizing RF signals and interference

Finding Signal under Signal
Persistence Mode

Faster Interference Finding
Very fast with a sweep rate of 12 GHz/s

Finding Interference from a greater distance
Extremly low noise figure of 7dB
DANL < -167 dBm/Hz

Unlimited measurement time
Long operating times by hot-swappable batteries

Simply Localize Interferer
Built in GPS-Receiver
Electronic Compass
Integrated Maps

Finding Sporadic Signals
With zero span (Resolution down to nano sec.)
and multiple Trigger Modes

Field tested
Meets MIL-Standards
MIL-STD 810-G
MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2

Near effortless operation
Basic Unit Lightweight < 3 kg
Antenna including handle < 900 g

Identification + Classification (SIGINT)
Varoius Demodulator
Headphones and Loudspeaker
IQ-Data Recording and streaming

IDA 2

Light, portable signal analyzer for detecting, analyzing and localizing RF signals and interference

9 kHz to 6 GHz

Art. no. 3106/204

Delivery time typically 4 to 6 weeks

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Product Features

Interference and Direction Analyzer IDA 2 is a highly sensitive signal analyzer.

Light and ergonomic
Intuitive operating system
Bright display readable in sunlight
Comprehensive display facilities
Excellent RF properties

Included in delivery:

IDA-3106 Basic Unit
Power Supply 12VDC,100V-240VAC
Cable, USB2.0
Mem-Card Reader, microSD/USB
Software, IDA Tools
Operating Manual IDA-3106
Remark: no case

Ask your reseller for sets suitable for your application.

IDA-Components

Specifications

Frequency range: 9 kHz to 6 GHz
Operating time on batteries: 3 hours (nominal), battery pack is hot swappable
Dimensions: 213 mm x 297 mm x 77 mm / 8.4” x 11.7” x 3.0”
Weight (basic unit including battery): 2.8 kg / 6.2 lbs

Product description

IDA 2 combines excellent RF signal selectivity with fast monitoring capabilities and integrated tools such as a double compass and map display for determining the geographical location of RF sources.

The main tasks of the IDA 2 are detection, analysis and localization of RF signals. Functions such as Horizontal Scan with automatic azimuth determination and smartDF® for automatic calculation of transmitter positions are some of the outstanding features of this portable device. The robust, ergonomic design is protected against mechanical stress, the effects of the weather, and high RF irradiation levels.

The practically oriented operating modes mean faster results with the IDA 2:

Spectrum
Direction Finding
Level Meter
Multi-Channel Power
Time Domain (Scope)
I/Q Analyzer (I/Q display, magnitude display, high resolution spectrograms and persistence spectrums)

Applications

The increasing use of wireless technologies has meant a great increase in the risk of RF interference due to accidental emissions and interference. IDA 2 is designed to rapidly trace and locate RF emissions of any type. Examples include:

Interference suppression of cellular communications installations (2G/3G/4G)
Tracing interference caused by industrial equipment
Interference Hunting
Securing communications at major events
Locating interference sources / jammers (e.g. for TETRA, TETRAPOL, POLYCOM, etc.)
Monitoring radio frequencies and frequency bands and tracing signals in security applications
Localization of mimi-transmitters (TSCM)
Signal monitoring for frontier control
Localization of distress transmitters (SAR)

Operating modes:

A complicated set of equipment consisting of frequency scanner/receiver, transmitter detector, spectrum analyzer, signal analyzer, directional antennas, amplifier, compass, triangiulation software, and maps was often needed to reliably trace RF signals and interference. IDA 2 combines all these functions in a portable device.

The Basic Unit Set includes Spectrum operating mode.

Spectrum

Spectrum mode provides extremely fast scanning over the entire frequency range and is ideal for detecting, monitoring and analyzing any kind of signal. A complete scan covering 6 GHz takes less than 500 ms – even at high resolution (RBW = 500 kHz, 250 kHz marker resolution).

Even sources with very low output power can be detected thanks to the extremely low noise level and use of NArda directional antennas. The resolution bandwidths ranging from 10 Hz up to 20 MHz cover all the demands of modern communications equipment. Initial qualification of the signal can be made using the Trace arithmetic functions with maximum (Max), average (Avg) and minimum (Min) traces.

Suspect signals can be conveniently isolated using the marker functions, and it is easy to quickly zoom in and transfer the data directly to other operating modes for more detailed analysis. It is also possible to demodulate analog modulated signals such as FM, AM, CW, LSB and USB and record them on the device and monitor them using the built in loudspeaker or headphones.

SPECTROGRAM display is ideal for long term monitoring of the RF spectrum and for detecting permanent, sporadic or frequency hopping signals. Transmitters with variable output power and/or bandwidth can also be identified. A particularly noteworthy feature is the ability to record RMS, +Peak and -Peak traces simultaneously.

The large 7-inch color display shows the results as:

a spectrum
a spectrogram
a spectrum with spectrogram
or as a table of the highest peak values

Current signals can be compared with a stored spectrum by loading a reference spectrum.
The Delta Spectrum function makes it easier to recognize new transmitters and distinguish them from known signals. This makes it possible to detect transmitters in a conference room, for example.

The internal data logger allows a wide range of measurements to be stored by timer or event control.

IDA 2 can be optimized to your applications by adding functions in the form of Application Packages and accessories.

Software and Firmware

You can download available software and firmware updates for this device from the Software Updates and Firmware section (Log in / Registration required for download).

Available Driver Software

Following companies extend the application areas of IDA2 and NRA-RX by connecting their system and software solutions through appropriate driver development.
Please be aware that the software might be subject to US or EU export control. It will be your responsibility to comply with all applicable export control laws and regulations. For more information, please contact the manufacturer directly.

Remote Spectrum-Monitoring-Systems with distributed sensors, especially for NRA-RX
- Procitec: Signal Demodulation and Decoding Software
- Krypto500: Signal Demodulation and Decoding Software
- Tes America: TESMonitor®

Decoding of (digital) signals for civil and non-civil radio services in remote operation with NRA-RX as well as mobile with IDA2
- Procitec: Signal Demodulation and Decoding Software
- Krypto500: Signal Demodulation and Decoding Software

Quality measurement of radio coverage of critical communications, such as TETRA, 2G/3G/4G, FM, DAB+ etc., especially in tunnels (metro/railway/car) and buildings with IDA2 & NRA-RX
- Willtron: DTS-3000

SatCom Monitoring, mobile in D-SNG vehicles or in the broadcast (radio/TV) centers with NRA-RX
- Hiltron: DSNG Monitor&Control Software HMCS
- Skylink: Remote Spectrum Analyzer Monitor System
- Skyline: DataMiner Spectrum Analysis
- SatService: sat-nms MNC Monitoring & Control System

Others:

INRADIOS: Communication System Monitoring (CSM) Software
RadioInspector: Software for Radio Spectrum Monitoring
Various RTL-SDR supported Software: SDR#, SDR-Radio/SDRConsole, HDSDR

Software solutions for applications such as localization using TDOA or troubleshooting are available for the SignalShark.

Product Literature

Please note that some downloads are only available to registered users.

Datasheet, Brochure, Flyer

Application Note

Technical Note

Operating Manual

Others

References (Extract)

Agentschap Telecom Netherlands
Central South Air Traffic Management Burea, CAAC China
Cisco
Hebei Radio Film & TV Broadcasting Technical Center China
Lockheed Martin
Ministry of Communication Japan

NRTC Pakistan
Shanghai Radio Monitoring Station China
Vodafone Idea India
...

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